Ageism Example #1
Modern Family is a hilarious show, but like so many other media outlets, it fails to represent older people and if it ever does it is usually in a very negative way. It seems that our society is accepting of the fact that once you are over the age of 55 you are no longer an asset, and you are all of sudden a disabled person who is a burden to your family. This concept is heartbreaking because it is diminishing the value of family and loving the people who raised you. It would be extremely refreshing to see a popular show such as Modern Family include a character who is older but still viewed as a contributing member of society. People need to start rethinking their views of age and hindrances of being an older person.
If I were in charge of this media outlet I would portray older people in a positive light. I would give middle aged people someone to look up to, so they would not be so afraid to get older. I would make seniority appear as a status symbol instead of something that holds you back.
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